Bangudae Petroglyphs, Prehistoric rock engravings in Ulju County, South Korea.
The Bangudae Petroglyphs are prehistoric rock engravings on vertical stone faces along the Daegokcheon stream. The carvings span approximately 8 meters wide and 5 meters high, containing over 300 different carved figures.
The engravings were created between 6,000 and 1,000 BC by early Korean peoples, showing the development of their society over several millennia. This timespan encompasses different phases of human settlement and culture in the region.
The engravings show detailed scenes of hunting and fishing that reflect the daily life of people living along this stream. The whale hunts with boats and harpoons are particularly prominent, revealing how important the ocean was to early inhabitants.
Access is via marked pathways with informational signs at key points along the site. Be aware of the water level and uneven rock surfaces when approaching the cliff face.
The carvings depict 75 different animal species in natural behaviors, including pregnant tigers and mating wild boars. These detailed observations of animal life are surprisingly rare in prehistoric artwork.
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